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Fort Irwin pays tribute to Vietnam era Veterans

Installation holds fourth annual ceremony for approximately 250 Veterans NTC and Fort Irwin The National Training Center and Fort Irwin honored Vietnam Veterans during a ceremony at this active duty Army installation in the Mojave Desert, April 10. Courtesy Photo Larry Morris (Vietnam Veteran with Army, 1966-68), Tom Burns (Vietnam Veteran with Army, 1969-72), Bob…

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What employers can do to break the gossip cycle

While regulating gossip can be very difficult, there are some things that employers can do to minimize negative gossiping and rumor mongering in the workplace: Communicate regularly and consistently with employees. Regular communication minimizes the influence and need for gossip because everyone is “in-the-know.” A communication vacuum is a breeding ground for gossip. Discourage gossip…

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Members of “The Movement”

FORT IRWIN CHILDREN PART OF A CAMPAIGN TO STOP BULLYING: Members of the Middle School Teen Center gathered at the Post Theater to watch the film “Bully,” here, March 27. The movie was presented for free as part of a community effort to stop bullying. The campaign, called “The Movement,” was formalized by Fort Irwin…

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Alcohol Awareness month a chance to reflect on life-altering decisions

Courtesy photo Thomas R. Williams, ex-NFL player and motivational speaker, met with Soldiers from the Warrior Transition Unit – Company A during a visit to Fort Irwin, April 11. During a presentation, Williams thanked Soldiers for fighting for his freedom. “Without you I could not have gone to college, been drafted by USC, and played…

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Bronco Team demonstrates desert strong fitness

Bronco Team with Operations Group at the National Training Center and Fort Irwin held a morale building competition at this installation’s obstacle course, March 26.

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News Briefs – August 9, 2012

Posted  August 9, 2012

School starts today Today is the first day of school for Silver Valley Unified School District. Please be aware of increased traffic around Fort Irwin’s schools. Following is a schedule of back-to-school events:   Fort Irwin Middle School 8/9 – 7:50 Alphabetized grade-level posters in place with Homeroom Assignments 8/9 – 8:15-8:35 In Homerooms, Greet…

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Soldiers earn Expert Infantry Badge

Posted  August 9, 2012

The Army’s Expert Infantryman Badge is considered a discriminator for the infantry. Those that have it are looked upon as warriors dedicated to their cause. Those that don’t have it, want it.

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Quarterly domestic water notice

Posted  August 16, 2012

Fort Irwin’s Water System is operated under a privatization contract with CH2MHill. As the system ownership is not transferred to CH2MHill, compliance responsibilities still reside with the U.S. Army. Fort Irwin has two water systems. A Reverse Osmosis or RO System and a domestic use system or DU system. The domestic use (DU) water is…

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Join Operation Battle Blackout to help Irwin conserve energy

Posted  August 16, 2012

What is Operation Battle Blackout and why should you make an effort to save electricity on post? Just like you receive an electric bill at home, Fort Irwin Garrison also receives a bill for its electricity usage. During the summer months and periods of extreme heat, Southern California Edison sends out the baseline for electricity…

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News Briefs – August 30, 2012

Posted  August 30, 2012

This Week TODAY Storytime at the Library will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Fort Irwin Library. All toddlers and preschoolers and their parents are welcome to join library staff for stories, crafts, and songs. For more information, call 380-3462. TOMORROW Mary Walker Clinic closed .The Clinic will reopen Sept 4….

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Blackhorse bridges gap between Rotational Training Unit, Host Nation Security Forces

Posted  August 30, 2012

Are the local police your best friends, or worst enemies? When you get into a firefight, will the keepers of a city’s laws have your back?

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Samuel and Dixon “Bowl Over the GC”

Posted  September 13, 2012

On August 30, Fort Irwin United States Army Garrison Commander Col. Kurt Pinkerton shook the hands of the two Soldiers who “bowled him over” during summer opportunity leave.

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Photos by Renita Wickes, Public Affairs Office, NTC and Fort Irwin
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Supporting community events, facilitating visits to NTC and Fort Irwin

Posted  September 13, 2012

The National Training Center and Fort Irwin Community Relations programs is actively involved with fostering and strengthening relationships with local communities outside the installation.

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Exchange Enlisted Advisor visits NTC and Fort Irwin

Posted  September 13, 2012

The senior enlisted advisor for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service visited here, Sept. 11. During his visit, Chief Master Sgt. Tony Pearson toured the Exchange, met with Fort Irwin personnel and addressed Exchange-related issues here. The Exchange is a joint non-appropriated fund instrumentality of the Department of Defense with a retail mission to…

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Committed to your children

Posted  September 13, 2012

Lewis Elementary remains on Program Improvement status, but we’re dedicated to focusing on each child As many of you are aware, recent state test results at Lewis Elementary resulted in the school being placed in Program Improvement status in the 2011-2012 school year. Based on the measurements of No Child Left Behind, schools that fail…

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May 3
7 p.m. The Call (R)
May 4
6 p.m. Dead Man Down (R)
May 5
4 p.m. The Incredible Burt Wanderstone (PG-13)
7 p.m. Admission (R)
May 6
7 p.m. 21 and over (R)
May 10
7 p.m. G.I. Joe: Retaliation(PG-13)
May 11
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. The Host (PG-13)
May 12
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. G.I. Joe: Retaliation(PG-13)
May 13
7 p.m. Olympus Has Fallen (R)
May 17
7 p.m. Evil Dead (R)
May 18
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. 42 (PG-13)
May 19
4 p.m. The Croods 3D (PG)
7 p.m. Jurassic Park 3D (PG-13)
May 20
7 p.m. Evil Dead (R)
May 24
7 p.m. Jurassic Park 3D (PG-13)
May 25
4 p.m. Cars 2 3D (G)
May 26
4 p.m. Cars 2 3D (G)

Tickets: Adult – $5.00/3D – $7.00, Children 6-11 – $2.50/3D – $4.50 Five and under are FREE. This schedule is subject to change at the last minute to accommodate changes in movies and free showings. ID cards are required from all personnel not in uniform when purchasing movie tickets. For more information and movie updates, call 380-3490.

 

KNTC Headliners

 

88.3 FM

Mon. 8 – 9 a.m..: “Flashback to the ’80s” Song requests can be sent to 80swithKate@gmail.com

Tue., 8 – 9 a.m.: J & J in the Morning
— “Garrison Community Updates”

Tue., 12 -1 p.m.: “Chtichat” with Sylvia and Shea

Wed., 7:30 – 9 a.m.: Gus — “Cruiz’n with Gus and
Newsmakers”

Wed., 12 – 1 p.m.: — “11th ACR Hour”

Wed., 2:30 p.m.: — “Col. Pinkerton’s Facebook Roundup”

Thurs., 8 – 9 a.m.: “Renita’s Rewind Hour”

Thurs. 12 – 1 p.m.: The “TNT” hour with Tony Untalan


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